Katzelmacher
Synopsis
A group of young slackers spend most of their time hanging out in front of a Munich apartment building. When a Greek immigrant named Jorgos moves in, however, their aimless lives are shaken up. Soon, new tensions arise both within the group and with Jorgos.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
Mannheim Filmfestival
Festival / Special Debut
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Rainer Werner Fassbinder
- Screenplay & Story
- Rainer Werner Fassbinder
- Original Score
- Peer Raben
- Original Title
- Katzelmacher
- Country of Origin
- Germany
- Spoken Languages
- German
- Runtime
- 1h 30m
- Production Studios
- Antiteater-X-Film
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Rainer Werner Fassbinder
Rainer Werner Fassbinder
Peer Raben
Dietrich Lohmann
Rainer Werner Fassbinder
Peer Raben
Department Leadership Roster
Rainer Werner Fassbinder
Screenplay
Rainer Werner Fassbinder
Production Design
Peer Raben
Original Music Composer
Rainer Werner Fassbinder
Director
Rainer Werner Fassbinder
Editor
Dietrich Lohmann
Director of Photography
Peer Raben
Producer
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Frequently Asked Questions About Katzelmacher
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Katzelmacher about?
A group of young slackers spend most of their time hanging out in front of a Munich apartment building. When a Greek immigrant named Jorgos moves in, however, their aimless lives are shaken up. Soon, new tensions arise both within the group and with Jorgos.
Who directed Katzelmacher?
Katzelmacher was directed by Rainer Werner Fassbinder.
Who stars in Katzelmacher?
The principal cast of Katzelmacher includes Hanna Schygulla, Rainer Werner Fassbinder, Hans Hirschmüller, Lilith Ungerer, Rudolf Waldemar Brem.
When was Katzelmacher released and how long is it?
Katzelmacher was released in 1969 with a total runtime of 1h 30m.
Who composed the musical score for Katzelmacher?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Katzelmacher was composed by Peer Raben.